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The Sea of Galilee and Nazareth Day Tour from Haifa Port
Haifa
The best way to explore Galilee. Focusing on the Life and times of Jesus and “walk where Jesus walked.” Shortly after Jesus is excommunicated from his hometown of Nazareth, he makes his way to this small fishing village on the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee and makes it “his own town”. At Capernaum,
Duration:
11 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Stella Maris Lighthouse and Carmelite Monastery - Stella Maris is a Carmelite Monastery situated above the cave where the prophet Elijah once resided. The Church’s ceiling features a vibrant painting of this “wonder-worker.”
- The Baha’i Gardens - The Bahai Gardens in Haifa are among the most stunning and notable landmarks in Israel. The Bahá’í Faith, a monotheistic religion that began in 19th-century Persia, emphasizes the spiritual unity of all people.
- St. Joseph’s Church - Saint Joseph Church is centrally located in Nazareth, just 200 feet from the Catholic Church of Annunciation. This Franciscan Roman Catholic church, built in 1914, stands on the ruins of much older churches.
- Church of the Annunciation - The Basilica of the Annunciation in Nazareth, also known as The Catholic Church of the Annunciation, is believed to be built on the site of the Virgin Mary’s home.
- Franciscan Wedding Church - The Arab village of Kfar Kana, located about 10 km from Nazareth in Lower Galilee, has 23,000 inhabitants. Known in Christian tradition as Cana of Galilee, it is where Jesus is said to have performed the miracle of turning water into wine at a wedding.
- Church of the Multiplication - This site is traditionally believed to be where Christ fed 5,000 people.
- Church of the Primacy of Peter - The Church of the Primacy of Saint Peter, a Franciscan church in Tabgha, commemorates the spot where Jesus reinstated Peter as the chief Apostle.
- Capernaum - Known as the City of Jesus (Matthew 9:1), Capernaum is home to an ancient Jewish Synagogue.
- The Church of the Beatitudes - Located on a small hill overlooking the Sea of Galilee, this church marks the traditional site where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount.
- Sea of Galilee - The lowest freshwater lake on Earth and the second-lowest lake in the world. In New Testament times, it was a significant commercial hub surrounded by towns like Capernaum, Chorazin, Bethsaida, and Magdala.
What's Included
- Entrance
- bus
- Guide
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Insurance
Location
Stella Maris Lighthouse and Carmelite Monastery
Stella Maris Road, Carmel
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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